NAIT Device Standard consultation
We are reviewing the NAIT Device Standards to ensure they align with the current needs of the primary sector. We are inviting feedback from NAIT users on the proposed changes.
Responses close on 15 June 2025.
Responses close on 15 June 2025.
Background
The NAIT Device Standard establishes the physical and performance requirements for animal identification devices approved for use in the National Animal Identification and Tracing (NAIT) scheme and the obligations that apply to any person or organisation licenced to manufacture or distribute approved NAIT devices under the scheme.
We are proposing changes to the standard in the aim of providing farmers with a broader range of solutions to achieve effective, lasting animal identification.
There are three areas of the Standards where we are proposing changes. These are:
- The requirements for NAIT devices.
- The approved formats for Visual Identification Codes.
- The loss of NAIT devices
We're inviting submissions from all NAIT scheme participants including farmers, saleyards, meat processors, tag manufacturers and RFID reader manufacturers.
How to submit feedback
You can submit feedback to us by:
- completing the online form (use the link below)
- downloading the feedback form then emailing it to traceabilityconsultations@ospri.co.nz
- downloading the feedback form then posting it to Traceability Consultation, PO Box 3412, Wellington 6140.
Feedback is due by 15 June 2025.